2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Venture | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |